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Water drop freezing: ejection of microdroplets.

R J Cheng

    Science (New York, N.Y.)
    |December 25, 1970
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    During freezing, supercooled water drops eject microdroplets. This newly observed phenomenon may explain charge generation in thunderstorms.

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    Area of Science:

    • Atmospheric science
    • Physical chemistry
    • Fluid dynamics

    Background:

    • Fragmentation of freezing water drops (splintering, shattering, bursting) is a known phenomenon.
    • Understanding freezing processes in atmospheric conditions is crucial for weather and climate studies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To observe and document the ejection of microdroplets from freezing supercooled water drops.
    • To investigate the characteristics and electrical properties of these ejected microdroplets.
    • To explore the potential role of this phenomenon in thunderstorm charge generation.

    Main Methods:

    • Experimental observation and photographic documentation of freezing supercooled water drops.
    • Analysis of microdroplet ejection dynamics (duration, quantity).

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  • Measurement of electrical properties of the ejected microdroplets.

    • Main Results:

    • Direct observation and photographic evidence of microdroplet ejection from freezing supercooled water drops.
    • Characterization of the duration and quantity of microdroplet ejection.
    • Identification of electrical properties associated with the ejected microdroplets.

    Conclusions:

    • The ejection of microdroplets is a newly observed phenomenon during the freezing of supercooled water.
    • The observed characteristics and electrical properties suggest a potential mechanism for charge generation in thunderstorms.